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KOLAD :-) Monsoon Getaway from Mumbai and Pune

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Hii!!
      If Every weekend, the only way to enjoy that comes to your mind is just movie,shopping in a mall or dinner in a restaurant !!!..then I think its time to come out from your nutshell and explore the hidden beauty around you with the twist of adventure..:-)
Today I’ll be telling you about that one Promising Weekend Getaway from Mumbai & Pune..which has all those activities possible which you would want to add in your wishlist.
KOLAD..a hub of water adventure sports with a blend of scenic beauty..that’s how I would define it. Situated just 118kms from Mumbai and just a 100 kms from Pune..is one such weekend getaway which will make your weekend full of fun and adventure.
The activities which you can find there are..
1. River rafting..which is one of the most spine chilling and enchanting of all water sports.Rafting is done there on River Kundalika which provides one of nature’s finest water rides. And if you are a group of friends..the excitement and fun doubles..!!
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Corporate Group Outing for Rafting at Kolad, Rafting in River Kundalika
2.Scuba Diving…yes you read it correctly..its scuba diving!! River kundalika was famous for rafting, but now you can enjoy scuba diving too,that too in the safe hands of certified instructors and divers.
Imagine the hidden fun and that beautiful feeling of observing calm and speechless marine life in real..!! I can bet you..the feeling is incomparable..as if the time has stopped for you and only you are the one who is been given the special power to be a part of marine life..!!
3.Camping with the add on of Kayaking…!! If you and your friends are looking for some fun..then how about putting a tent near the river and going for kayaking..??
Kolad offers this opportunity to you..to set up a safari tent with attached bathroom..and the camp operators provide you with food and boats for kayaking..!!And there you are set for all the fun..!!
So..I hope now you know what to do for the next coming weekend..call over your friends..do the bookings…and get all set for a fun filled weekend.!!!.:-)
And the bookings can be done at http://www.tripplatform.com/
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KERALA – Onam festival is here :-)

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Hello!!

The biggest festival of Kerala is here – ONAM (16th September)!!

Onam is one of the most popular festivals in India. It is a much-awaited event in Kerala as the occasion marks the return of the mythical King Mahabali. This ten-days long festival falls during the harvest season, making it is even more significant for the people of Kerala.

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Festivities during Onam

High Spirit:-

There is a lot more to Onam than being just a festival. Onam reflects the faith of the people of Kerala. The remarkable thing you can notice is..the high spirit of the people who go out of the way to celebrate the festival in the prescribed manner and a grand fashion. People of all religions, castes and communities celebrate the festival with equal joy and verve. Onam also helps to create an atmosphere of peace and brotherhood by way of various team sports organised on the day.

Weather:-

Onam is celebrated at a time when everything appears so nice and good. The beautiful landscape of Kerala can be seen in its full radiance at this time. It seems, even weather also seeks to be a part of the festival. It contributes by becoming pleasantly warm and sunny. Fields look brilliant with a bountiful harvest. Farmers feel on top of the world as they watch the result of their hard labour with pride.

Snake Boat Races: -

A snake boat is actually a long traditional canoe style boat used by the people of the Kuttanadu region, in south India’s state of Kerala. Typical snake boats are 100 to 120 feet long, and hold around 100 rowers. Each of the villages in the region has its own snake boat, which they take great pride in. Every year the villagers get together and race the boats along the lakes and rivers. There are different races held in different rivers and lakes. One in Alleppey’s Punnamda Lake . The oldest and the most popular one is held along the river at Champakkulam which is around 25kms from alleppy. One more is held at Payippad Lake (approx 35kms from Alleppy.) And the other in Pampa River at Aranmula.

Snake boat races are the highlight of the Onam festival.

Make a Traditional Trip to  Kerala :-

At the time of Onam festival, people are in great traditional spirits. And this can also be the best time for you to get up close with well preserved Kerala culture. For this you can opt for:

1.  Kathakali and Kalayarippayattu at Munnar or Thekkedy 

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2. Stay at Kerala Brahmin House:

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3. Traditional Ayurvedic Massage at Munnar:

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4. Overnight houseboat Cruise with Village Walks in Alleppy :

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5. Kayaking at Backwaters of Alleppy :

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So..don’t miss the chance of being a part of this festival, and taste the authentic flavor of the tradition of Kerala and its beautiful, heart warming culture.

For details click : http://www.tripplatform.com

 

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